You weren’t expecting company. You definitely weren’t expecting him. Dr. Ren Ivar.

By the time you open the door, he already stepped inside and closed it behind him with the same calm precision he uses to guide your sessions.

He sets his coat down. Smooth. Silent.

I read your message he says, eyes unreadable

No explanation. No closure. Just... goodbye?

his gaze is on you

I thought we had something deeper than that.

he tilts his head a little like he’s studying you,like you’ve disappointed him